Master of Cybersecurity
Course Overview
About This Course
The Brisbane South (Nathan) offering of this program is scheduled to be delivered at the Treasury Building at our Brisbane City campus in 2027. If scheduled opening is delayed, courses may be delivered all or in part at our other Brisbane locations.
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The Master of Cyber Security provides you with advanced technical expertise and strategic insight to safeguard critical systems and counter emerging threats across the digital landscape.
Combining core cyber security principles with advanced techniques in management, governance and digital investigations, this postgraduate degree prepares you to assess vulnerabilities, respond to attacks and deliver innovative solutions across business, government and infrastructure sectors.
You'll explore cyber security concepts such as risk mitigation, data privacy protection and governance as you develop skills in cryptographic algorithms, internet protocols and ethical hacking, making you a powerful force in the future of digital defence.
Highlights of studying the Master of Cyber Security
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Utilise advanced techniques rooted in the MITRE ATT&CK (Adversarial Tactics, Techniques and Common Knowledge) framework to understand, simulate and defend against sophisticated cyber threats.
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Gain advanced knowledge and practical skills in operating and managing a Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) and responding effectively to cybersecurity incidents with industry-relevant tools, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems and firewalls.
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Brisbane
Level 8, 333 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000
Student Information
Fees & Entry by Student Type
Provider's Published Fee
Duration
Intakes
Study Mode
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
Domestic students:
- Prerequisites: NIL (no specific prerequisite subjects)
- English language: IELTS (Academic) overall band 6.5 or equivalent, for applicants whose prior study was not in English
International students:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on International English Language Testing System (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
- OR an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026)
- OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026)
- OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the International Second Language Proficiency Rating (conducted by International Second Language Proficiency Rating Language Services only)
- OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency
- OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025)
- OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025)
- OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic
- OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET)
- CRICOS-registered course - international students must hold a valid student visa
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
- This degree provides the skills and knowledge for a career in the cyber security industry.
- You'll be equipped for opportunities in:
- cyber security analysis
- cyber security architecture
- cyber security management
- forensic computer analysis
- security consultancy
- security and compliance auditing.
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Master of Cybersecurity take to complete at Griffith University?
The Master of Cybersecurity at Griffith University has a duration of 104 weeks (approximately 2 years) as listed on the CRICOS registry.
How much does the Master of Cybersecurity cost for international students?
The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$87,858, comprising a tuition fee of AU$86,000 and a non-tuition fee of AU$1,858.
Where can I study the Master of Cybersecurity at Griffith University?
The Master of Cybersecurity is offered at two campuses: the Nathan (Brisbane South) campus and the Gold Coast campus, both owned and operated by Griffith University.
Is the Master of Cybersecurity eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?
The course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if it meets all CRICOS criteria, including being a registered Skills Level 1 qualification with a duration of 92 weeks or greater and a narrow Field of Education aligned with the Skills Level 1 priority list. The Master of Cybersecurity (104 weeks, Security Science) meets several of these criteria, but eligibility is reviewed yearly. Contact ESOS-PolicyTeam@education.gov.au for confirmation.
What is the CRICOS code for the Griffith University Master of Cybersecurity?
The CRICOS course code for the Master of Cybersecurity at Griffith University is 097096G, and the institution's CRICOS provider code is 00233E.
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